Technician - Construction

Technician – Construction

Location: Tresham College – Corby Campus

Salary / Benefits: Salary between £23,557 and £25,849 per annum (Pro‑Rata) DOE and qualifications, 27 days annual leave pro‑rata plus bank holidays, people’s pension, retail and leisure discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.

Hours / Weeks: 14.8 hours per week – 52 weeks per year

Contract Type: Permanent – Part Time

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Technician in Construction to join our Construction department at The Bedford College Group.

Responsibilities

• Workshop Maintenance & Safety – ensures all tools, equipment, and materials are secure, serviceable, and compliant with health and safety standards, maintaining a clean and hazard‑free environment.
• Stock & Resource Management – manages consumables, equipment inventory, and budget tracking, including ordering, receiving, and maintaining accurate records of stock and tool usage.
• Support for Teaching & Learning – assists lecturers and trainers in workshop preparation, supports practical delivery, and manufactures teaching aids to enhance student learning experiences.
• Operational Duties & Compliance – oversees workshop discipline, site security, and risk assessments, while ensuring all activities align with college policies and safety regulations.
• Student & College Engagement – supports student development, contributes to marketing and engagement events, and upholds safeguarding, EDI, and professional standards across all construction workshop areas.

About You

• Qualifications & Industry Experience – holds a Level 2 NVQ/Diploma in a construction or building services trade, with hands‑on experience in the construction industry and a willingness to gain First Aid and forklift certification.
• Technical Knowledge & Safety Awareness – demonstrates strong understanding of safe working practices, COSHH, hand tools, and machinery, with awareness of current construction industry standards.
• Professional Skills & Values – organised, self‑motivated, and aligned with values such as student focus, high performance, and respect; consistently supports a high‑quality learning environment.
• Communication & Teamwork – communicates confidently across formats, maintains accurate records, and contributes positively to team dynamics while respecting others’ expertise.
• Safeguarding & Flexibility – committed to safeguarding and health and safety, with a flexible approach to working hours and locations, and a dedication to continuous professional development.

Interview Process

Interviews to be held: TBC.

Values Alignment

• Valuing Teamwork – we are one team who by working together can achieve great things.
• Improving Continuously – we challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student Centred – at our heart is always doing what is best for our students.
• Inclusive – we celebrate differences and diversity.
• Open and Caring – we care about the well‑being of our staff, students, and community.
• Nurturing Education Excellence – we promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.

About The Bedford College Group

The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College and is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students passing through our doors each year. The Group is made up of a family of colleges across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire: Bedford College, Central Bedfordshire College and Tresham College in the towns of Bedford, Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough; Shuttleworth College, a specialist land‑based college; The Bedford Sixth Form, (the only dedicated sixth form in Bedford); The Corby Sixth Form, (opened in September 2023); and the National College for Motorsport alongside Silverstone race circuit. To widen accessibility to education and training, the Group also has community‑based Learning Centres in Bedford, Corby and Kettering which offer IT training.

Safeguarding

The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.